Visa Holders Face Heightened Scrutiny Under Trump Administration

"The State Dept. has now made clear that a visa is a privilege, not a right," says Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

WASHINGTON — Legal immigrants across the United States are facing a sharp increase in enforcement actions under the Trump administration, as new policies target green card holders, international students, and visa workers for potential deportation — in some cases, without prior notice or due process.

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued a warning that even permanent residents risk losing their status if they violate laws or are deemed a threat to national security. A recent notice from USCIS stated plainly: “Break the laws and you will lose your green card or visa privilege.”